2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 174 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Terios | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
