2010 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terios | RVR |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
