2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 270 kg more than 2007 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dakota | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |