2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Terios | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
