2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Caliber would be higher. Both 2007 Dodge Caliber and 2012 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caliber | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |