2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 405 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 2004 Ford Taurus. 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
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2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |