2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 561 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Terios | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
