2004 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 302 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Terios | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
