2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
