1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1335 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daihatsu Domino | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Domino | Durango |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |