2005 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 985 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A8 (560 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A8 | Terios II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
