2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 241 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
