2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Terios and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 67 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Terios | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |