2008 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 316 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
