2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 675 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Dakota 2000 Subaru Impreza
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Dakota Impreza
Year Released 2007 2000
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2530 mm


 

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