2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 5 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2006 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
