1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 260 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.
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 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Terios | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |