2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 351 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (241 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Terios | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
