2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Primera weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
