1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. 2003 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | De Tomaso | Daihatsu |
Model | Guara | Terios |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |