2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 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 Ford Fiesta (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
