2007 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion

To start off, both 2007 BMW 328 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 328 weights approximately 575 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 328 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 328. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 BMW 328 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model 328 Sirion
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 209 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2440 mm