2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C2 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
