2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
