2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Sirion and 2006 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 750 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 Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra
Make Daihatsu Opel
Model Sirion Vectra
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 255 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 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 60 L


 

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