2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 609 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 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Silverado Sirion
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 40 L


 

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