2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 295 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (133 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
