2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 656 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Terios | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
