2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2000 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Impala | Terios |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |