2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vectra and 2008 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 815 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vectra | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
Model | Vectra | Sirion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |