2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Terios II and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 364 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.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terios II | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
