2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 592 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.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Sirion | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |