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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 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 394 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
