2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Mazda B2500

To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 940 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda B2500 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Daihatsu Terios 2005 Mazda B2500
Make Daihatsu Mazda
Model Terios B2500
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 4030 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72.1 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.8 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2990 mm


 

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