2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 5 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Terios | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
