2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 278 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mondeo | Terios |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
