2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 1,790 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Terios | 44 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
