2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
Model | Terios | ION |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |