2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Cerato | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
