2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 430 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Citi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
