2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |
