2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda 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 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 20 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 | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
