2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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 (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 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.
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2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Sirion | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |