2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
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2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Terios | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |