2009 Kia Carnival vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 414 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carnival | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Carnival | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |