2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 662 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
