2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 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 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Sirion | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |