1996 BMW 523 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 523 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 2000 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 523 | Terios |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |