2011 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Daihatsu Terios 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Daihatsu Volkswagen
Model Terios Jetta
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.4 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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