2009 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2010 Daihatsu Terios
Make Audi Daihatsu
Model A4 Terios
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 91.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 225 km/hour 150 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 12.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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