2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 3 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 247 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Sirion | Getz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
