2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 345 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Terios | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |
