2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Terios and 2006 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 658 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
