2003 Dodge Neon vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Neon (205 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 211 kg more than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2003 Dodge Neon (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Neon | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Neon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
