2007 Kia Rio vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (210 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Rio | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
