2005 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Megane | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
