2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 416 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 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 Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
