1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 675 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, 2002 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
