2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 749 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Terios | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |