2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Terios and 2005 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 884 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.
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 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Terios | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |