2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2009 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic 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 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Terios | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |