2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Laguna | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
