2004 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 481 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.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Terios | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
