2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 290 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 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Sirion | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |