2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C3 | Sirion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |