1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dakota | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2616 mm |
