2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 721 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daihatsu Move | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Move | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |