2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Sirion and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 530 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (341 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sirion | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |