2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sirion | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |