2006 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion

To start off, both 2006 BMW 650 and 2006 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 650 2006 Daihatsu Sirion
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model 650 Sirion
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 40 L