2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 201 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Fusion | Terios |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
