2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 293 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |