2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 170 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.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Sirion | 25 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |