1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 11 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Exeo. 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Terios | Exeo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2642 mm |