2010 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2010 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2010 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | NV |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
