2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Subaru | Dodge |
Model | Legacy | Viper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 8400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 758 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |