2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
Model | CLS | Terios |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |