2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
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 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2003 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Terios II has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Terios II | Maxima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |