2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Donkervoort |
| Model | Terios | D8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
