2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 255 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 (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Sirion | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
