2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caravan | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |