2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 181 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 Sprinter. 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 Sprinter (380 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Sprinter | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
