2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terios | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
