2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 543 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Shuma | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
