2006 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, both 2006 BMW 730 and 2006 Daihatsu Terios were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 730 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 46 L |
