1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
