2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caravan | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |