2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. 2011 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | 500 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
