2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Kalos | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
