2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1997 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1997 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terios | Applause |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
