2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terios | Dion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
