2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 709 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. 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 2003 Opel Vectra. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. 2003 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Daihatsu Terios 2003 Opel Vectra
Make Daihatsu Opel
Model Terios Vectra
Year Released 2001 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1764 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 60 L


 

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