2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mustang | Terios |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
