2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dakota | Colt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |