2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 743 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
