2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. Both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 2007 Toyota Avanza are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 134 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.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 120 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
