1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1118 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 2012 Buick Enclave. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. 2012 Buick Enclave 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. 2012 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Daihatsu | Buick |
Model | Terios | Enclave |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |