2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 5 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 706 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus RX. 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, 2005 Lexus RX (328 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Terios | RX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |
