1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Terios | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |