2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 229 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Terios | Elise |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
