2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Journey 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Journey Legacy
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Crossover Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 188 km/hour 204 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.6 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 64 L


 

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