2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Stratus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |