1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 445 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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, both vehicles can yield 140 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2012 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Passat | Terios |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
