2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2007 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. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sorento | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
