2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Terios and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,198 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 531 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.

Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu Terios 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Daihatsu Mercedes-Benz
Model Terios CLK
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 3198 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 0 HP
Torque 140 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.8 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 160 km/hour 236 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 8.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1164 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 62 L


 

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