1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 468 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
