2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 5 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
