2003 Dodge Durango vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 255 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
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, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (416 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Durango. 2003 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Durango | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 416 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
