2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 333 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 (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Sirion | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |