2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Magentis. 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Legacy | Magentis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 227 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |