2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caliber | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
