2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 941 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy. 2010 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Ram 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Ram Legacy
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6690 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 3013 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 827 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2537 kg 1596 kg
Vehicle Length 6300 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 2000 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 70 L


 

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