2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Kia Shuma II | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Shuma II | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1430 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |