2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (104 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 13 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (145 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
