2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Picanto 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 52 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Terios | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
