2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 319 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Sirion | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |