2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Terios | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |