2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion

To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Saturn Vue 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
Make Saturn Daihatsu
Model Vue Sirion
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 329 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors


 

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