2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
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 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3. 2003 Samsung SM3 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 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Samsung |
| Model | Terios II | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
