2001 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Accord | Terios |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
