2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Sirion and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 605 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 Opel Astra (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Sirion | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |