2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.

Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. 2001 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Fiesta 2001 Daihatsu Terios
Make Ford Daihatsu
Model Fiesta Terios
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 46 L


 

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