2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2004 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. 2004 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac G5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Pontiac G5 | 2004 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Pontiac | Daihatsu |
Model | G5 | Terios |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 46 L |