2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Ram | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |