2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 628 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Sirion | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
