2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.

Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Daihatsu Terios 2008 Ford Mustang
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Terios Mustang
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 4006 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1077 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 61 L


 

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