1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terios | CLS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
