2011 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz A and 2011 Daihatsu Terios were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 90 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz A | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
Model | A | Terios |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |