2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Terios | Gol |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |