2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Sirion | Panda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |