1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dakota | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |