2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 175 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 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Fabia 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Sirion | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
