2003 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2003 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Terios II has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 530 | Terios II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
