1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 729 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Domino | GTI |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
