2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi FTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi FTO would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi FTO. (197 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi FTO.
2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi FTO has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Mitsubishi FTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | FTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
