2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 415 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Stealth 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Stealth Legacy
Year Released 2000 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 428 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2640 mm


 

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