2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 549 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 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Terios | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |