2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 GMC Sierra

To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Sirion and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1873 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 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Daihatsu Sirion 2006 GMC Sierra
Make Daihatsu GMC
Model Sirion Sierra
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 86 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 2613 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 6570 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 4250 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 129 L


 

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