2004 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 1 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | GMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Safari | Terios |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 46 L |
