2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,519 cc, 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 407 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Sirion | C30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2519 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |