2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2002 Kia Sephia II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. 2002 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Terios | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |