2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Sirion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |