2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1998 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Daihatsu Terios 1998 Toyota Camry
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Terios Camry
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 2164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2680 mm


 

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