2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus SC. 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1998 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Terios | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
