2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 5 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 73 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Optima. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima. 2012 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Legacy | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
