2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Sidewinder would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 130 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder 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. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios II | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
