2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. 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 1995 Saturn SL. 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, 1995 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Terios | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
