2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 311 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. 2010 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Rocky | Dakota |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3340 mm |