2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Terios | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
