2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
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 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 110 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Terios II | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
