2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Sirion and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 895 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sirion | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
