2002 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. 2002 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 740 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
