2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Verada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
