2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Terios II would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 305 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2009 Dodge Caliber 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. 2009 Dodge Caliber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios II | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
