2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 572 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
Model | Passat | Terios |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |