2003 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Verada | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Verada | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
