2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 214 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Viper | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |