2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 366 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 2009 Ford Focus. 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 Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 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 | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
