2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
