2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Terios II would be higher. At 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1178 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terios II | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
