2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 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 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Terios | 159 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |