2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 438 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.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
