2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Lotus | Daihatsu |
Model | Elise | Terios |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |