2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
