2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 293 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Hyundai | Daihatsu |
| Model | Veracruz | Terios |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
