2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 411 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Terios | Dakota |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |