2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1492 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. 2011 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2537 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 |
