2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 865 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Terios II has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Terios II | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |