2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi ASX would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 136 kg more than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | ASX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
