2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (141 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 725 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
