2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
