2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 652 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. 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 2011 Kia Cee'd. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2011 Kia Cee'd
Make Subaru Kia
Model Legacy Cee'd
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1582 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 77.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 17.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 237 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 53 L


 

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