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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.

Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 879 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.

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 1298 cc 5980 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 661 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 1000 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 320 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors


 

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