2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 215 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 2008 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Terios | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
