2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1997 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Terios | 1997 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Terios | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
