2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 95 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 2002 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
