2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 335 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 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Terios | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
