2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Terios | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
