2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 966 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |