1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2160 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Excursion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 167 L |