1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Dakota and 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dakota | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2350 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 | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |