2006 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A3 | Terios II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
