2010 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2010 Daihatsu Sirion and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2010 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sirion | SL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 102.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
