2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 184 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 1999 Ford Focus. 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Terios | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
