2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dakota | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |