2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 799 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Eos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
