2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 631 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 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
