2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 13.9 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 | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
