1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |
