2010 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1432 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.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Dodge | Daihatsu |
| Model | Dakota | Terios |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 46 L |
