1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 8 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dakota | Diamante |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |