2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 12 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1100 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 |
