2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2010 Kia Magentis

To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 2 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 422 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 2010 Kia Magentis. 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu Terios 2010 Kia Magentis
Make Daihatsu Kia
Model Terios Magentis
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.8 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 150 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1602 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 62 L


 

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