2003 Daihatsu Move 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 Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Move 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 157 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 826 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Move | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
