2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1170 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 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 95 L |
