2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Mazda 6 (210 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | 6 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
