2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 510 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Sirion | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2642 mm |
