2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Sprinter | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
