2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2003 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 C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C2 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2350 mm |
