2000 Toyota Altezza vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 489 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 2006 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Altezza has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Altezza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Altezza | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Altezza | Terios |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 46 L |
