2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 378 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |