2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,421 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 79 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 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| 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 | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
