2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. 2005 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ranger | Terios |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |
