2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 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), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 285 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 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Terios | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| 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 | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
