2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Terios and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 96 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 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Terios | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |