2005 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | New Beetle | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
