2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 564 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5212 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2640 mm |
