2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima 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 2002 Nissan Altima. 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. 2002 Nissan Altima 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. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Terios | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |