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Daihatsu Terios vs Suzuki Vitara: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Daihatsu Terios

Daihatsu · 2006–2017

Terios J200

C PI 424

Power
68 kW92 PS
0–100 km/h
-
Top speed
-
Kerb mass
1,125 kg

Suzuki Vitara

Suzuki · 2015–present

Vitara LY

C PI 442

Power
88 kW120 PS
0–100 km/h
11.0 s
Top speed
180 km/h
Kerb mass
-

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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

Categories won: Terios J200 0 Vitara LY 1

  • Family Vitara LY Boot: 375 l vs 205 l
  • City Too close to call Length: 4,095 mm vs 4,175 mm

In plain words

Suzuki Vitara has more power: 88 kW (120 PS) against 68 kW (92 PS) for Daihatsu Terios. Suzuki Vitara is 80 mm longer than Daihatsu Terios (4,175 mm vs 4,095 mm). Suzuki Vitara has the bigger boot: 375 l against 205 l. Daihatsu Terios is the older design (from 1997); Suzuki Vitara arrived in 2015. On the catalog figures, the Suzuki Vitara is the pick for family. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Daihatsu Terios yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Race Stats side by side

Each figure is a 0–100 score from the catalog numbers, the same as on the 1CARS Race cards. PI is the overall performance index (100–999) and its class D–S.

Race Stats side by side
StatTerios J200Vitara LY
PIC · 424C · 442
Power 34 32
Grip 35 35
Handling 57 67
Top speed 25 31
Launch 28 28

Grip and handling are estimates from drive type, weight, height and body (hover a figure to see where it comes from). 1CARS Race

Who wins a race?

Quarter-mile (402 m) drag from a standing start, dry road, no reaction time - the 1CARS Race physics on the catalog figures of these versions.

  1. 1 Terios J2001.3 · 68 kW (92 PS) 17.53 sat 122 km/h
  2. 2 Vitara LY88 kW (120 PS) 17.58 sat 123 km/h · +0.05 s

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Size and weight

Terios J200Vitara LY
Length 4,095 mm161.2 in 4,175 mm164.4 in +80 mm +3.1 in +2.0%
Wheelbase 2,580 mm101.6 in 2,500 mm98.4 in −80 mm −3.1 in −3.1%
Boot 205 l7.2 cu ft 375 l13.2 cu ft +170 l +6.0 cu ft +82.9%
Fits a standard garage? YesNo data

Difference vs Terios J200 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Full specifications

Daihatsu TeriosSuzuki Vitara
General
Version 1.3 · 68 kW (92 PS) 88 kW (120 PS)
Production years 2006–2017 2015–present
Body SUV SUV
Class SUV / crossover SUV / crossover
Country Japan Japan
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 68 kW (92 PS) 91 hp 88 kW (120 PS) 118 hp Better
Power, all versions 68–80 kW (92–109 PS) 91–107 hp 82–103 kW (111–140 PS) 110–138 hp
0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. No data 11.0 s
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. No data 180 km/h 112 mph
Power per tonne 60 kW/t 73 hp/ton calculated No data
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol No data
Engine 1,300 cc 1.3 l No data
Gearbox No data 5-speed manual
Drive No data Front-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,095 mm 161.2 in 4,175 mm 164.4 in
Width 1,695 mm 66.7 in No data
Height 1,705 mm 67.1 in No data
Wheelbase 2,580 mm 101.6 in 2,500 mm 98.4 in
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. 1,125 kg 2,480 lb No data
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. 205 l 7.2 cu ft 375 l 13.2 cu ft Better
Safety
Euro NCAP No data ★★★★★ (2015)

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).