2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
| Model | Terios II | Smart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
