2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Sirion and 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (129 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 578 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
