1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 136 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 Kia Soul. 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 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. 2012 Kia Soul 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 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Terios | Soul |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
