2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 41 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Acura |
| Model | Terios II | EL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2619 mm |
