2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL.
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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Terios | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2040 mm |
