2012 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1108 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.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Phaeton | Terios |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2233 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5059 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2881 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
