2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. 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, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Terios | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
