2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 2 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 (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Agila 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 | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Sirion | Agila |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 996 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 145 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |
