2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 569 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Grand Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Grand Caravan | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |