1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Durango | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |