1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dakota | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |