2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 344 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Daihatsu Terios 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Daihatsu Volkswagen
Model Terios Jetta
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 55 L


 

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