2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Roadster would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan Roadster. 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 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Terios | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
