2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Xsara | Sirion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |