2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 339 kg more than 2000 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dakota | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2748 mm |
