1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 1999 Dodge Durango and 1999 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (360 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 258 kg more than 1999 Dodge Durango.

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, 1999 Dodge Durango (559 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Durango 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Durango Legacy
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 360 HP 123 HP
Torque 559 Nm 176 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1057 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2640 mm


 

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