2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
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2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Terios | A |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 69.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |