2005 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota MR2 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | MR2 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
