1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Stealth | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Stealth | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |