2009 Renault Scenic vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Scenic weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. 2012 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Scenic | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Scenic | Terios |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
