1998 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 775 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | GMC | Daihatsu |
Model | Safari | Terios |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |