2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2004 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
