2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 3 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 128 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 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1404 mm |
