1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Intrepid | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
