2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sportage (306 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy. 1996 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sportage | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
