2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 818 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.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Sirion | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |