2008 Hyundai i20 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai i20 | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Hyundai | Daihatsu |
| Model | i20 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2430 mm |
