2007 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2007 BMW 318 and 2007 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 611 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 318 | Sirion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |