2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
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 Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 46 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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 Arosa. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Arosa 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 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Sirion | Arosa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |