2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
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 Impreza (353 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dakota | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2520 mm |
