2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S2000 weights approximately 185 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 1998 Honda S2000. 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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Terios | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
