2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Fiat Panda

To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda 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 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.

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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu Terios 2004 Fiat Panda
Make Daihatsu Fiat
Model Terios Panda
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 1251 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.8 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1630 mm


 

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