2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 8 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
