2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2000 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2000 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LaCrosse | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |
