2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (198 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 788 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Sirion | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
