2006 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 2 and 2006 Daihatsu Terios were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2. 2006 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 2 | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
