1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 348 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
