2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make Subaru Dodge
Model Legacy Grand Caravan
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 78 L


 

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