2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 650 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
