2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 2012 Daihatsu Terios
Make Mercedes-Benz Daihatsu
Model E500 Terios
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 140 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 91.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1919 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 50 L


 

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