2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 590 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 2012 Audi A5. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Terios | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
