2004 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 312 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.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Terios | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
