2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2010 Daihatsu Terios were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 501 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1650 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 SL (1,000 Nm) has 860 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
| Model | SL | Terios |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
