1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 659 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Sirion | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
