2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 409 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dakota | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |