2009 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A3 | Terios |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |