2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
