1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 484 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 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |