2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Subaru HM-01
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru HM-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru HM-01 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 992 kg more than 2001 Subaru HM-01. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Subaru HM-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Subaru HM-01 | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dakota | HM-01 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2320 mm |
