2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 756 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Durango | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |