2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 105 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 287 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
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2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Terios | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |