2001 Citroen Xantia 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 Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 410 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 Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
