2009 Kia Carens vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carens | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Carens | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |