2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 855 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Terios II has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios II | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2950 mm |
