2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1997 Honda Prelude

To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1997 Honda Prelude (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Daihatsu Terios 1997 Honda Prelude
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Terios Prelude
Year Released 2006 1997
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 2157 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.6:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 60 L


 

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