2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 147 | Sirion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |