2008 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ka | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Ka | Terios |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |