2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 405 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 Nissan Frontier. 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 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
