2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (200 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 504 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 2012 Volvo S60 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. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Terios | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |