2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dakota | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
