2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 258 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
