2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1255 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.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Terios | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
