1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 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 2,801 cc, 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Terios | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 78 L |
