2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 9 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 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 325 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.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
