2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 480 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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terios II | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
