2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Sirion and 2006 Ford Five Hundred were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 538 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |