2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone 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 Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Durango | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Durango | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |