2003 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 43 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Because 2003 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. 2005 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2003 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobra | Terios |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
