2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 250 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 817 kg more 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Charger 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Charger Legacy
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 340 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 1526 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 64 L


 

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