2006 Dodge Stratus 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 Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 Stratus (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Stratus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |