2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corolla | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
