2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Dodge Viper

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Terios and 2005 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 431 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Terios 2005 Dodge Viper
Make Daihatsu Dodge
Model Terios Viper
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 8277 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 712 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 102.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 100.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 70 L


 

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