2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 390 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 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (133 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Sirion | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |