2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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 2009 Renault Thalia. 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, 2009 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2473 mm |
