2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback.
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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dakota | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2530 mm |
