2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 899 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3340 mm |
