2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 185 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Sirion | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
