2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2001 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Legacy | Visto |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2390 mm |
