1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1805 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Terios | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Terios | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 108 L |