2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Terios | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
