2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Sprinter and 2009 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 520 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Sprinter | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |