2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 331 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. 2003 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | Doblo | Terios |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |