2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. 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 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Terios | Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |