2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 321 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
