2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 993 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Sirion | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |