2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 46 L |
