2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 85 kg more 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Terios | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
