2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Terios | Echo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
