2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 165 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 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Terios | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
