2011 Kia Soul vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Soul | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Soul | Terios |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |
