2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 2009 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 410 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.
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 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Audi A3 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Sirion | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |