2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
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2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |