1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 906 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.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charade | Dakota |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1746 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 |