2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 605 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.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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 Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
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2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Sirion | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |