2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford C-MAX. 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford C-MAX | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | C-MAX | Terios |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
