2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Terios | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
