2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 126 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Viper (711 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Viper | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |