2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Opel Meriva

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Terios and 2005 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 75 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 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Meriva. 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 Opel Meriva (220 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Terios 2005 Opel Meriva
Make Daihatsu Opel
Model Terios Meriva
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 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 220 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 50 L


 

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