2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2002 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2002 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corsa | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
