2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 229 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dakota | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |