2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 860 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 37 L |
