2012 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
