2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 622 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Berlingo | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
