2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 711 kg more than 2003 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 Volkswagen Touran (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Touran |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
