2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus weights approximately 202 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. 2008 Ford Taurus 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. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
