2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Terios II | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
