2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 467 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sedona | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |