2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1887 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 665 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 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
