2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Terios | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
