2003 Rover 45 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 45 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 45. 2012 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2003 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 45 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Rover | Daihatsu |
Model | 45 | Terios |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |