2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. 2005 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Altis | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Altis | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
