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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 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 585 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.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 89 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 3704 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 230 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2138 kg 1553 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 70 L


 

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