2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 160 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (133 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Sirion | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
