2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Nitro (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Nitro 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Nitro Legacy
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 64 L