1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charade | Dakota |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 319 Nm |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3340 mm |