2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 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), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 154 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Dakota 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Dodge Mitsubishi
Model Dakota Outlander
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1596 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 60 L


 

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