2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 356 kg more than 2006 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Terios | Dakota |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |