2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 415 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, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
