2005 Toyota Vitz vs. 2004 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Terios (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Vitz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Vitz | 2004 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Vitz | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 46 L |
