2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 528 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. 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 2003 Daewoo Kalos. 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 (339 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Subaru | Daewoo |
| Model | Legacy | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
