2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dakota | Pajero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |