2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 650 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Sirion | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |