2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Terios | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
