2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Croma | Terios |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 46 L |
