2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Spark | Sirion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |