2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 992 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 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 BMW 335 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Sirion | 335 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |