2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 829 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.
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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Terios | JX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2901 mm |
