2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Meriva. 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Terios | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
