2012 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 523 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Falcon | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Falcon | Terios |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |