2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Daihatsu Terios 2005 Subaru Impreza
Make Daihatsu Subaru
Model Terios Impreza
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72.1 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.8 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.6 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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