2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
Model | Golf | Terios |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |