2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 542 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | CTS | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |
