2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 299 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 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Sirion | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |