2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 302 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Dodge Ram 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Ram Legacy
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5212 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 220 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 349 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1879 kg 1577 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 3530 mm 2751 mm


 

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