1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 865 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Durango | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
