2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL

To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1015 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 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL. 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 CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL
Make Daihatsu Mercedes-Benz
Model Sirion CL
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 5439 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.8 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 5.1 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 980 kg 1995 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 88 L