2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (220 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Kalos | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
