2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. Both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 2005 Opel Corsa are equipped with a 998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Sirion | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |
