2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza

To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 10 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 2006 Suzuki Forenza. 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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Terios 2006 Suzuki Forenza
Make Daihatsu Suzuki
Model Terios Forenza
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 55 L