2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (576 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
