2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 585 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 Saab 03-Sep (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2008 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
Model | Sirion | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |