2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
