2006 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
Model | Carens | Terios |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |