2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. 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, both vehicles can yield 120 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Terios | Samurai |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |