2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terios | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3130 mm |
