2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Sirion and 2006 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2006 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Sirion | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1099 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
