2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 429 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 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Daihatsu Terios 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Daihatsu Vauxhall
Model Terios Zafira
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2700 mm


 

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