2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2003 Proton 300
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 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton 300 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 29 more horse power than 2003 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Proton 300. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2003 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Terios II | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
