2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 908 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Ram | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |