2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise 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 234 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise 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 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Terios II | Elise |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |