2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Terios | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Terios | 993 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
