2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Terios | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |