2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 710 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 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 2007 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 84 L |
