2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 624 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
| Model | 7 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
