2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2002 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,555 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 890 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2002 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LaCrosse | Terios |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |
