2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Idea | Terios |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
