2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
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 Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 660 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna 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 Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna 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 Laguna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
