2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 123 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Legacy | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
