2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 648 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
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2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Terios | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |