2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |