2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Outlander | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
