2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |