2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Cee'd | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
