2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Panda | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
