2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 693 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. 2012 Volkswagen CC 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. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | CC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
