2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 516 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2004 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Mercury | Daihatsu |
Model | Mariner | Terios |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 46 L |