2004 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Legacy (210 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. 1996 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2004 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Terios | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Terios | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
