1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 844 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Legacy | Durango |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1819 mm |
