2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Smart Brabus

To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Sirion and 2007 Smart Brabus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart Brabus (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart Brabus should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.

Because 2007 Smart Brabus 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 Smart Brabus. 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 Smart Brabus (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Smart Brabus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 2007 Smart Brabus 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 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Daihatsu Sirion 2007 Smart Brabus
Make Daihatsu Smart
Model Sirion Brabus
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 999 cc
Horse Power 86 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2510 mm


 

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