2003 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 18 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 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Terios II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
