2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Sirion | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
