2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 531 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. 2011 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xterra | Terios |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
