2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 815 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Sirion | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
