2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Outback weights approximately 74 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Subaru Outback (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 2000 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dakota | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
