1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 83 L |
