2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (99 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Sirion | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |