2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 224 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
Model | Polo | Terios |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.6 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |