2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |
