2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |
