1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, both 1998 Daihatsu Sirion and 1998 Renault Safrane were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 625 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 1998 Renault Safrane. 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Sirion | Safrane |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |