2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. 2007 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Sirion | C30 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
