2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 865 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Hyundai | Daihatsu |
| Model | Equus | Terios |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
