2011 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 120 | 2001 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 120 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 46 L |
