2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Sedona (350 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sedona | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sedona | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |