2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (236 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 2004 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Explorer | Terios |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
