2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta.
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2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |