2002 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 937 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Naked | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Naked | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 83 L |
