2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 329 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 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Terios | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
