2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 7 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
