2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2000 Dodge Stratus and 2000 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Stratus (231 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Stratus 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Stratus Legacy
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2491 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 0 HP 123 HP
Torque 231 Nm 176 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2640 mm


 

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