2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Golf | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
