2001 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A4 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
