2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 550 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, 2008 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
