2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 695 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |