1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 379 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Xantia | Terios |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |