2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 294 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster 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 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dacia |
| Model | Sirion | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
