1998 Mitsubishi SST vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi SST | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | SST | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3042 mm |
