2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 280 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, 2004 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. 2004 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Sirion | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |