2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Terios and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 17.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
