2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 437 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Legacy | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |