2002 Fiat Siena vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Siena (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Siena weights approximately 439 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Siena. (87 Nm). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Siena | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Siena | Terios |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1494 cc |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 905 kg |
