2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1190 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2010 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terios II | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
