2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Sirion and 2006 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 818 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Sirion | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
