2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (133 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Sirion | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |