2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Legacy | Soul |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |