1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 663 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 Infiniti IPL. 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 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Terios | IPL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
