2005 Audi A2 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A2 weights approximately 165 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 2005 Audi A2. 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, 2005 Audi A2 (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A2 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
