2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Ibiza. 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Terios | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
