2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1231 kg more than 2006 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
