2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 238 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Venga (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Kia Venga 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 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Terios | Venga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
