2008 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 475 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 2008 BMW M3. 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M3 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
