2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,326 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Terios | Jimny |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |