2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 240 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 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Venturi |
| Model | Terios | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
