2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (236 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (450 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Q5 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
