2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.

Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mustang 2012 Daihatsu Terios
Make Ford Daihatsu
Model Mustang Terios
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4009 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.5 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 91.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 50 L


 

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