2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler 300 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model 300 Legacy
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3516 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 229 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1709 kg 1512 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3190 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 64 L