1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 610 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 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Terios | XF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 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 | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2909 mm |
