2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 269 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caravan | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
