1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 2006 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Golf | Terios |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 46 L |
