2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.

Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. 2005 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Daihatsu Terios 2005 Ford Falcon
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Terios Falcon
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1494 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 116 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.8 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2930 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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