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Dodge Dakota vs Subaru Baja

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2010 Dodge Dakota

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2006 Subaru Baja

Overview

SpecDodge DakotaSTSubaru BajaSport
Selected trimSTSport
Body styleTruck (Extended Cab)Truck (Crew Cab)
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20102006

Pricing & market

SpecDodge DakotaSTSubaru BajaSport
MSRP$22,755$22,495 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge DakotaSTSubaru BajaSport
Combined MPG17 MPG22 MPG (best)
City MPG15 MPG20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG26 MPG (best)
Fuel tank22 gal (best)16.9 gal

Performance

SpecDodge DakotaSTSubaru BajaSport
Horsepower210 hp (best)165 hp
Torque235 lb-ft (best)166 lb-ft
Engine size3.7 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6flat 4

Size & capability

SpecDodge DakotaSTSubaru BajaSport
Seating4 seats4 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume77.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,250 lbs (best)2,400 lbs
Payload1,810 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,200 lbs3,610 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.9 in8.4 in (best)
Wheelbase131.3 in (best)104.3 in
Length218.5 in (best)193.3 in
Width71.7 in (best)70.1 in
Height68.6 in (best)65.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge DakotaSTSubaru BajaSport
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)7 (best)9

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimDodge DakotaSubaru Baja
1

ST

$22,755 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$22,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

ST

$25,305 MSRP

Sport

$23,295 MSRP

3

ST

$27,005 MSRP

Turbo

$24,595 MSRP

4

ST

$28,255 MSRP

Turbo

$25,595 MSRP

5

BigHorn

$23,630 MSRP

Turbo

$27,495 MSRP

6

BigHorn

$26,325 MSRP

7

BigHorn

$27,880 MSRP

8

BigHorn

$29,275 MSRP

9

LoneStar

$23,630 MSRP

10

LoneStar

$26,325 MSRP

11

LoneStar

$27,880 MSRP

12

LoneStar

$29,275 MSRP

13

Laramie

$30,180 MSRP

14

Laramie

$33,180 MSRP

15

TRX

$31,365 MSRP

Dodge Dakota vs Subaru Baja FAQ

Which is better: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2006 Subaru Baja?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2010 Dodge Dakota vs 2006 Subaru Baja on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2006 Subaru Baja?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Subaru Baja starts lower at $22,495.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2006 Subaru Baja leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,495).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2006 Subaru Baja leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2010 Dodge Dakota leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).
Which has better seats: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2010 Dodge Dakota leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2010 Dodge Dakota leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,250).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2010 Dodge Dakota vs 2006 Subaru Baja?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Baja (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).