2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios II | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
