2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 775 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |
