2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Terios and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Terios | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |