2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
