2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 279 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Terios |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
