2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 760 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Magnum (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Magnum | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |