2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,780 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (120 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Volkswagen Citi (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1780 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
