2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | XT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
