2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 571 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Sirion | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |