2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Viper | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |