2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 265 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2005 Mazda RX-8 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. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Terios II | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
