2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
