1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
