2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Ballade (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1996 Honda Ballade (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Terios | Ballade |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |