2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 476 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dakota | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 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 |