2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 531 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Terios II | Nitro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 280 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |