2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Terios and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 723 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 SL. 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 SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Terios | SL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |