2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, both vehicles can yield 88 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Sirion | Corsa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 44 L |