2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Subaru | Dodge |
Model | Legacy | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |