2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 167 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Subaru | Chrysler |
| Model | Legacy | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
