2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1999 Honda City | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Terios | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
