2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 740 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Quest. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Terios 2004 Nissan Quest
Make Daihatsu Nissan
Model Terios Quest
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 3495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 325 Nm
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 81 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1795 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 76 L