2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Parati.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Terios | Parati |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |