2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2003 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 2 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 463 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Picasso | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
