2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Dakota and 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner weights approximately 369 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner (270 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dakota | Space Liner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |