2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus. 2006 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Stratus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |