2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. 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 132 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 302 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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 2011 Kia Rio. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Legacy | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1128 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
