2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Sirion and 2007 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 306 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 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 2007 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Sirion | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
