2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 697 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Sirion | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |