2012 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Outback | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Subaru | Daihatsu |
| Model | Outback | Terios |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1125 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
