2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Ram | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2530 mm |