2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Sirion and 2005 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Astra weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 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 Holden Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Holden Astra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Sirion | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |