2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 244 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dakota | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |