2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 890 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.
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 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Sirion | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |