2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 8 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
