2006 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 1 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 (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Rio | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
