1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Terios | Sea Forenza Wagon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
