2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
