2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Terios | Drifter |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |