2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze.
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 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Terios | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
