2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Magentis | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Magentis | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |