1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. 1996 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Dodge | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caravan | Terios |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
