2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Viper | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
