2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
