2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Terios | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
