2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 710 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Legacy | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
