2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 95 L |
