2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Opel Antara

To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 5 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 1,899 cc, 2006 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. 2006 Opel Antara 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. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Daihatsu Terios 2006 Opel Antara
Make Daihatsu Opel
Model Terios Antara
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1899 cc
Horse Power 86 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 1400 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1760 mm


 

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