2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 394 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.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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 Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Sirion | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |