2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 159 | Sirion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |