2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 686 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Sirion | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
