2010 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
