2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 5 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 775 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Terios | Terrano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |