2004 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Sirion | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
