2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 776 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 2011 Dodge Nitro. 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Daihatsu Terios | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Terios | Nitro |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |