2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Sandero | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
