2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2012 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 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. 2012 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Porsche | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cayenne | Terios |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
