1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 650 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Terios | Colorado |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |