2012 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Daihatsu Terios | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Terios | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
