2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2009 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
Model | Kalos | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |