2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 566 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Grand Caravan 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Grand Caravan Legacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 181 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 176 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1881 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 64 L


 

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