2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 782 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Terios | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
