2003 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 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 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M3 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
