1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 661 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Terios | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |