2010 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 268 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Legacy | RIO |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
