2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Strada | Terios |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
