1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 15 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), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 540 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Terios | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2808 mm |
