2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Stratus | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
