1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 13 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 979 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.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Terios | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
