2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1147 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 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 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charade | Dakota |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 83 L |