2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea 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 2004 Seat Altea. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Sirion | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
