1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 1998 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Intrepid | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
