2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terios | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
