2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
