2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 295 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.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. 2003 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terios | Altis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
