2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2002 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 454 kg more than 2002 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Subaru Forester 2002 Daihatsu Terios
Make Subaru Daihatsu
Model Forester Terios
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 86 HP
Torque 225 Nm 120 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 79.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 46 L


 

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