2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima. 2011 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Legacy | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |