2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2007 Mazda 6

To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daihatsu Terios 2007 Mazda 6
Make Daihatsu Mazda
Model Terios 6
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 64 L


 

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