2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 416 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terios | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
