2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 547 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 (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
