2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Ford E-350 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. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 132 L |
