2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Legacy | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |